[Harp-L] The comb test debate

[Ray Lechminka <ray.lechminka@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hey Harp-l'ers.

Ok I'll admit, I've been briefly skimming through the whole comb test  
topic but noticed something that does not seem to have been mentioned.

Maybe it has, please let me know.

But, I'd assume the best way to determine tonal differences in  
harmonica combs would be to have one player play the exact same tune  
using for example 5 different harmonicas that have 5 different combs  
but are using the the reed plates, coverplates, reed profiles/ 
tolerances etc. Let's say 5 Joe spires stage 3 customs but all with  
differwnt comb materials and then hand out scorecards to a panel of  
pro harp players to determine the tonal characteristics.

Just seemed like perhaps that may have yeilded a more balanced result.  
Or maybe I've just had too many pear ciders!